Substitute Paraeducator- Early Childhood (EC)

Illinois School District U-46; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & Pension eligibility

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Substitute Paraeducator - Early Childhood to support Early Learners classrooms at Liberty Elementary. The position covers a Leave of Absence from 10/5/26 to 11/2/26 as a temporary role, with a starting hourly rate of $18.57 and benefits/pension eligibility noted in the district agreement.

The Paraeducator will assist with instruction, collaborate with teachers, manage class materials, and help supervise students on buses and in the classroom, under the

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Educator License required or equivalent.
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• Must meet Illinois paraeducator requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support early learner program under supervision of a certified staff member.
• - Collaborate with teacher and prepare materials.
• - Implement instructional support for individual or small groups.
• - Document student behavior and progress as directed.
• - Assist with loading/unloading buses and escort students as directed.
• - Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Instructional support

Behavior management

Education

Paraprofessional Educator License

Associate degree or higher / 60 college hours / high school diploma with ParaPro or Work Keys

60 semester hours / Para Pro exam / Work Keys

Job description

Substitute Paraeducator- Early Childhood (EC) JobID: 46920

• Location:
  Liberty Elementary
  
• Closing Date:
  06/01/2027
  

Position / Title: Paraeducator – Early Learners (for ALL Early Learner Classrooms)

Bargaining Unit: DUEA Department/Location: Early Learners

Calendar Days: Varies Reports To: Building Principal/Early Learning Administrator and Assigned Teacher

JD Revision Date: 07/17/2024 Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary
To support the early learner program in providing a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the needs of the students. Perform duties and activities under direct supervision of a certified staff member. Adhere to published policies and procedures distributed by the district and school. Maintain confidentiality of student, staff and department information within the school and community.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Implement individual or small group instruction under the direction and/or supervision of a certified teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher, prepare and maintain materials.
• Familiarize self with goals and objectives for individual students in the classroom.
• Facilitate implementation of behavioral programs and procedures.
• Document student behavior and learning as directed by the teacher.
• Help in loading and unloading student buses during assigned work hours.
• Escort students as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Attend staff meetings and staff development activities as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Paraprofessional Educator License, Professional Educator or Provisional Educator License required.
• Minimum education requirement for a Paraprofessional Educator License is: associates degree or higher, completion of at least 60 semester hours of college course work or a high school diploma or GED with a passing score on theETSPara Pro exam or two specific Work Keys exams.

Experience / Knowledge

• Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred.

Physical Demands

• Lift, transfer, position, toileting etc. (for special skills positions only).
• Excellent physical agility and quick response time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Terms of Employment

• Benefits & Pension eligibility may apply, see attached for details.
• Salary and benefits established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement as applicable.
• Hourly rate is $18.57/hr.
• This is to cover a Leave of Absence from 10/5/26 - 11/2/26. This is a temporary position.